I am an independent investor exploring the acquisition of an established, profitable business in the lower middle market. My focus is on companies with durable fundamentals, recurring or repeat customer demand, and a demonstrated operating history. I am open to a range of industries and business models, with particular interest in organizations that have systems, processes, and management depth in place such that the owner is not critical to day-to-day operations.I take a long-term, value-oriented approach and prioritize thoughtful diligence, realistic underwriting, and collaborative…
I’m a full-time searcher focused on acquiring and operating one exceptional business. As a former teacher turned strategy consultant at Deloitte and Bain, I bring a unique combination of strategic rigor and leadership experience.I’m looking to partner with a seller who cares about legacy, employee wellbeing, and long-term growth. I’m not a financial engineer, I’m a hands-on operator committed to continuing what’s been built and growing it with care.I’m especially interested in businesses with $1mm - $5mm of EBITDA in the education and blue-collar services industries, but will…
I'm looking to acquire a business to run full time. I'm currently the general manager for a $43MM/yr PE-backed home services company. Previously, I was a consultant at McKinsey, an oilfield engineer, and Special Forces (Green Beret) officer with multiple overseas deployments during GWOT.
At ACG, our mission is simple yet impactful: to acquire, operate, and grow a single exceptional business. Our team, comprised of experienced professionals, brings a unique blend of strategic insights and operational prowess. We offer business owners a flexible succession alternative, ensuring their legacy lives on while infusing their company with new energy. Backed by a robust network of seasoned investors and operators, we focus on creating long-term value for all stakeholders.
CTC Legacy Acquisitions is a privately-held investment firm with committed capital aimed at acquiring and actively managing companies. With a commitment to long-term growth, CTC Legacy Acquisitions seeks to drive sustainable success and profitability.
Dubbs Capital Inc. is a private investment firm focused on acquiring small to medium-sized businesses. More specifically, Dubbs is focused on the technology sector. We plan to work closely with the company to drive measurable value for all stakeholders.Criteria: Preferred if SBA approved. Preferred if SaaS. Preferred if in apparel manufacturing.
Entrepreneur and former investment banking professional actively acquiring lower-middle-market businesses in the $3–5M range. Founded and exited three businesses including a $4M revenue company. Targeting recession-resistant services, essential businesses, high-margin manufacturing, and utility/infrastructure. SBA financing and investor equity committed. Structured, fast-moving buyer — LOI within 24 hours of qualifying a target.
The company is a private equity fund specializing in the lower middle market. It focuses on strategic investments and is committed to fostering growth and value creation in its portfolio companies. With a robust investment strategy, the firm targets a diverse range of industries, seeking opportunities where it can leverage its expertise to drive operational improvements and financial performance. The firm is dedicated to building long-term partnerships with management teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment of interests and sustainable success.
JD/MBA with over a decade in operations & corporate finance in firms ranging from >$500M to <$30M (topline). As a former college football player, I approach deals with the same grit, teamwork, and persistence that defined my playing days—qualities I hope resonate with sellers who want their legacy carried forward.Today, I serve in a strategy role that provides direct insight into the challenges and opportunities owners face.My goal is to acquire and personally lead a business for the long term, bringing both financial discipline and operational stewardship to the table.
Buyer Profile / Investment CriteriaI’m a Cincinnati–Dayton–based buyer (West Chester) seeking to acquire and operate a single, well-run small business in the region. Local ownership matters to me—both for hands-on involvement and long-term continuity for employees and customers.Size & EconomicsI’m targeting businesses with normalized annual cash flow of approximately $500K–$2M. This range is large enough to justify the risk and responsibility of ownership while remaining manageable for a first acquisition and long-term operator transition.Industry FocusI’m intentionally…
Ironmark Capital is a Westchester-based owner-operator group acquiring recession-resistant, service-based businesses across the U.S. We're not PE — we buy to run the company long-term and protect the team, customers, and legacy.Team & credibility: Lucas Gabow (Founder & Managing Partner). Partners include Carl Wolf (former COO, LanzaTech; former CCO/COO, Newlab), Brian Cinelli (Head of Capital Markets; M&A and legal structuring), and Joe Garvey (multi-unit services/healthcare operator; founder of Protocol Health). Seller and lender references available.What we buy:SDE/EBITDA:…
Background: Commercial and strategy operator with a background spanning enterprise technology and strategy consulting. Most of my recent work has been building and scaling commercial programs in large, complex organizations — strategy, operations, and execution. Earlier in my career I operated in family-owned specialty manufacturing across India, the UAE, and Texas, which is where I first learned how a hands-on business actually runs.Acquisition objective: Looking to acquire and personally operate a single small business as a committed owner-operatorSectors of…
Down Harbor Partners (DHP) is a private investment firm, aiming to acquire and operate one lower-middle-market business in the Northeast / Mid-Atlantic. Specializing in light manufacturing, consumer products, value-added distribution, and supply chain/logistics sectors, DHP targets businesses characterized by closely held ownership structures and principals approaching retirement. With a foundation built on a 15+ year friendship, the DHP team brings together a unique blend of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) / finance experience and premier supply chain / operations capabilities.
Melissa Sariffodeen is an award-winning entrepreneur — recognized as one of Canada's Top 40 Under 40 and RBC Entrepreneur of the Year — with nearly two decades of building, leading, and scaling organizations that create real economic and social impact.She is best known as the Co-Founder and CEO of Canada Learning Code (CLC), which she grew into one of Canada's most recognized education organizations, reaching nearly one million people and raising over $50M in funding. In 2025, she led CLC through a successful acquisition, marking a notable exit in Canada's education and technology…
Win is a self-funded searcher seeking a business to acquire and operate in DFW. He is a seasoned M&A professional with access to significant capital and appropriate financing, allowing him to move swiftly through the deal process.
Our company is focused on angel investment opportunities or complete acquisitions of established companies that would benefit from experienced operators. We have experience in life science and healthcare, real estate, and the services space.
I’m an operator looking to acquire a founder-owned food or beverage wholesale distributor or manufacturing business, typically $750k–$10M in EBITDA. I would also be very interested in a category-defining food manufacturer or quick service restaurant group with an eternally relevant product and strong brand or reputation moat.
Alero Holdings is an acquisition and investment firm focused on businesses in the energy, professional services and health sectors. With a strategic emphasis on sustainable growth, the company acquires, optimizes and scales businesses.
--Seeking acquisition-- Brighton, Michigan–based senior corporate strategy and technical sales leader at TREMEC, a Tier 1 transmission supplier. MBA (High Distinction in Strategy and Finance) from the University of Michigan and BSME from the University of Illinois.Previously an Engagement Manager at Ricardo Strategic Consulting advising clients and investors on M&A and growth strategy, and led engineering programs at Roush and Cummins, inclusive of electric, high-performance, and heavy-duty powertrain platforms, managing cross-functional teams of up to 15 contributors.Actively…
NCA SF098, LP is an Operator-Led Buyout Fund focused on acquiring a profitable industrial business with $10–50 million in revenue, operating in a fragmented market and potentially facing succession or ownership transition challenges.Our targets are industrial manufacturers, distributors of industrial and building products, and MRO service providers, located primarily in Ontario, with flexibility to pursue attractive opportunities across Canada.The fund is sponsored by Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA), a global firm that has partnered with 70+ searchers, completed 24 acquisitions, and…
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